Swan Valley Middle School

VIKING ATHLETE OF THE WEEK (WEEK OF NOVEMBER 10TH)

Swan Valley Athletics is honoring 2 Viking Athletes of the Week from the week of November 10th. Congratulations to Grace Ittner (7th Grade Volleyball) and Alessandra Oldham (Middle School Wrestling) for earning this prestigious award!

Here is what their nominators had to say about them fulfilling one or more of the Viking Athletic Core Values:

"In just three short weeks, Grace Ittner has already made remarkable strides. She stands out as an exceptional team player and a natural leader, bringing contagious positive energy to everything she does. Her hard work never goes unnoticed, and she leads both on and off the court with maturity and enthusiasm. Grace has a strong desire to learn and get better every single day. She never gets down on herself or others and maintains a steady presence that elevates her team. She is an unselfish player who embodies an “I’ll go wherever you need me, Coach” attitude, always willing to take on new challenges, learn new positions, and step into whatever role best serves her team. With her competitive drive to excel and her kindness off the court, there is no doubt that her dedication and commitment will continue to pay off in the years ahead. Congratulations to Grace Ittner, a true leader and our Viking Athlete of the Week!"

"Alessandra is the exact model of what a student athlete is. This is her second year and through hard work it’s coming together. She picked up her first win last week."

Viking Pride!

Wrestling at Garber! The team comes away with 2 dominating Victories!! Sophia Radewhan wrestles her first match and wins big!!

A lot has been happening with our middle wrestling team! I am behind with posts and I'm sorry but I want to make sure these amazing kids get the recognition they deserve. November 1st we wrestled at the Saginaw County Invitational and took 2nd which is our highest placement ever!! This young new group is set to go places in life.

Congratulations to the Swan Valley Middle School robotics team, the Vikingbots on their selection to compete in the State tournament on December 13th and 14th! The team finished 6th overall, was selected by the 3rd alliance, won the Judges Award and earned a state selection. Best qualifier showing in the program's history! We wish them continued success in the State competition!

Wrestling at Alma!! Swan Valley dominates Freeland 45-6 and falls in a battle to Alma 48-44. Everyone is trusting the process. They are learning and gaining their 1%. Alessandra Oldham gets her first ever pin!!! Xavier Favela was down 14-0 and comes back to win with a pin. Never stop believing in yourself.

On Thursday, November 13, two outstanding 8th graders, Evelyn Miller and Brayden Hayes, were honored with the Optimist Award and attended the Youth Appreciation Luncheon hosted by the Optimist Club of Saginaw. Evelyn Miller is a dedicated student who always gives her best effort. She is kind, polite, and brings a positive attitude to every task she is given. Her constant smile and joyful presence brighten the classroom, and her hard work and kindness set a wonderful example for others. Brayden Hayes begins each day with a smile and a positive attitude. He is consistently friendly, helpful, and polite, always striving to do his best. Brayden’s upbeat personality and willingness to support others make him a valued member of our school community. We are incredibly proud of both Evelyn and Brayden for their commitment to serving others and for making our days a little brighter. Congratulations to these two remarkable students!

Swan Valley Varsity Football Regional Finals - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH, 1:00 P.M.

Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Ogemaw Heights in the regional finals on Saturday, November 15th at 1:00 p.m.

If you can't make the game, you can listen to the game live on classichitcountry.com. Check out the cool promotional sound clip at the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kSy8mfAiX5NfHaZFFriCpWNZ0M9qJEft/view?usp=sharing.

Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.

Tickets will be $9 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5338963?schoolId=MI3680. No cash sales or passes allowed. There will be card readers at both gates.

Go Vikings!

⭐Student Spotlight: 8th Grade Scientists in Action! ⭐ Our young Vikings took over the classroom today — and they crushed it! 🔥 Several brave student volunteers stepped into the teacher role to lead mini-lessons on fossils, stratigraphy, and the Law of Superposition. Their explanations were clear, their confidence grew with every minute, and their classmates loved learning from them. Seeing these 8th graders shine — leading, teaching, and building real scientific understanding — is exactly why we love hands-on, student-led learning. So proud of these future Paleontologists! 🦴🌍👏

The 8th grade A and B teams improved to 3-0 this week after beating Alma and Ithaca in straight sets! 🏐 The B team was led this week by Aubrey Allore, Hailee Bostwick, and Cam Kornecky at the net. Piper Sova and Alaina Metiva led the way serving for the week.🤾🏽‍♀️ The A team was led by Harper Wagner, Maggie Kennelly, and McKenna Miller at the net. Evelyn Miller, Ryelle Thompson, and Grace Horny served great all week!🤾🏽‍♀️ The 8th grade A and B teams will be back in action at Freeland on Monday!

SV Racers were finally back in action yesterday. The B team won their match against Reed City 2-0 with Ashton leading the way as a top racer! The A team fought hard to force a third round but took a tough loss against Holly. Spencer was the top racer this week. I couldn't resist snapping a picture of Ben and Eli's screen. 😂

The 7th and 8th grade volleyball team dinner was an udderly amazing success — we really nugget-ed together as a team! Between the laughter, stories, and team spirit, everyone was mac-nificent. The Chick-fil-A chicken nuggets were the real MVPs of the night — crispy, golden, and egg-cellent fuel for champions — while the mac and cheese had us all cheesin’ from ear to ear. It was the perfect recipe for a winning night: a dash of friendship, a sprinkle of teamwork, and a whole lot of sauce-ome memories! Big thanks to Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. Ball, Mrs. Horny, and all the 8th grade A parents for chipping in!

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Please take a minute to read our weekly announcements.

💜🔬 Girls’ STEM Day Out at Delta College! 🔬💜

What an inspiring day for our SVMS girls! After an empowering opening ceremony featuring a keynote STEM speaker, we celebrated as Libby Theisen won an HP laptop! 🎉💻

From there, the day was packed with hands-on exploration and creativity:
💧 Hydrological cycle games 🌧️
🤖 Robotics and AI tools 🤖
🗣️ Debate and communication workshops 💬
🔥 Hands-on Welding 🔥

Lunch at the Red Brix Café fueled their curiosity as our girls connected, collaborated, and discovered the many ways they can change the world through STEM! 🌎✨
All the ladies who came qualified by writing an essay for Mrs. Blaesser about why they want to explore a STEM career in the future!

We are so proud of our future scientists, engineers, and innovators! 💪💜
#GirlsInSTEM #SwanValleyStrong #DeltaCollege #STEMazing #FutureEngineers #WomenInSTEM

Be sure to check out Tongue Twisted at the Performing Arts Center on Saturday November 8th @ 7pm.

Swan Valley Varsity Football Playoffs - TONIGHT AT 7:00 P.M.

Swan Valley Varsity Football will host Whitehall in the district finals TONIGHT at 7:00 p.m.

Because this is a MHSAA Playoff game, Swan Valley middle and high school students WILL HAVE TO PAY TO GET IN. ALL SPECTATORS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE A GOFAN TICKET.

Tickets will be $7 and can be purchased on GoFan at the following link: https://gofan.co/event/5263516?schoolId=MI3680. NO CASH OR PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED. There will be card readers at both gates.

Go Vikings!

The 8th Grade Volleyball season started off quickly after a few days of practice. The B team beat Frankenmuth 3-0. The team was led by Grace Horny's all around play, Kenley Townsend's play at the net, and Colleen Conley's serving!

The 8th Grade A team also beat Frankenmuth 3-0. Ryelle Thompson provided great all around play, Kendall Palmer had double digit serving points, and Addy Ball paved the way at the net.

The Vikings are back in action Monday against Alma.

The Swan Valley 7th grade volleyball teams began their season on the road Wednesday night against the Frankenmuth Eagles. Despite only a few days of practice, both the A and B teams turned in strong performances to earn opening-night victories. The B Team controlled play from start to finish, sweeping the Eagles in straight sets by scores of 25–13, 25–14, and 25–12. Grace Ittner led the Vikings in serving with 8 points and 4 aces. Harper Ouellet added 7 points and 3 aces, while Valicia Ramirez contributed 6 points and 4 aces. Ramirez also made her presence felt at the net, providing key plays that helped secure the sweep. The A Team faced a more competitive Frankenmuth squad but came away with a hard-fought victory in three sets. Swan Valley edged the Eagles 25–21 in the first set, dropped the second 23–25, and then dominated the third 25–12 to claim the match. Ali Stockford led the team in serving with 8 points, followed by Gabby Katz, who recorded 6 points and 5 aces. Katz also paced the team in kills, while Lauren Key, Arianna Mantalvanos, and Ava Howe each added one. It was a strong first showing for both teams, and their teamwork and energy promise an exciting season ahead. Come cheer them on at their first home game on Monday against Alma!

If interested in helping the Lotz Family, here is another opportunity scheduled for this Friday. Please see the flyer for more details.